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Muhammad Abdullah, Folio3 Agtech

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The Hidden Margin Leak Between Projected and Actual Harvest Dates

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Innovative Plant Biostimulant Product Earns Organic Certification

Innovative Plant Biostimulant Product Earns Organic Certification

By Verdesian Life Sciences|July 5, 2025
Crop+ Organic from Verdesian Life Sciences has received OMRI certification, which affirms the product’s compliance with the USDA National Organic Program.Read More

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Cool Cucumber Varieties You Will Want To Grow Now

Posted by Carol Miller|June 3, 2026

Why the U.S. Apple Industry Is at a Crossroads

By Melinda Taschetta-Millane|June 2, 2026

The Hidden Margin Leak Between Projected and Actual Harvest Dates

By Muhammad Abdullah, Folio3 Agtech|June 2, 2026

New Round of USDA Aid for Specialty Crops Good News for California Walnuts

By California Walnut Commission|June 1, 2026
Appeals Court Says USDA Can Certify Growers Using Hydroponic Organic Systems

Appeals Court Says USDA Can Certify Growers Using Hydroponic Organic Systems

By Greenhouse Grower|September 28, 2022

A three-judge panel of the U.S. District Court has affirmed the legality of the USDA to have the authority to recognize and certify growers using hydroponic organic production methods.

Helping Hand for Produce Growers Looking To Go Organic

Helping Hand for Produce Growers Looking To Go Organic

Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 28, 2022

USDA accepting applications for programs that help growers and handlers cover the cost of organic certification, along with other related expenses.

Duncan Family Farms Goes the Extra Mile for Sustainability Certification

Duncan Family Farms Goes the Extra Mile for Sustainability Certification

Posted by Growing Produce Staff|March 25, 2022

Fourth-generation operation is one of the first to sell sustainably certified organic fresh vegetables.

Hydroponic Production the Same as Organic? Support Is Growing For It

Hydroponic Production the Same as Organic? Support Is Growing For It

By Greenhouse Grower|February 25, 2022

A broad coalition of industry leaders has formally voiced its support for continued certification of greenhouse vegetables grown hydroponically as organic.

Up for Debate: Do You Think Hydroponics Should be Considered Organic?

Up for Debate: Do You Think Hydroponics Should be Considered Organic?

By Greenhouse Grower|February 18, 2022

Get an update on continuing discussions taking place between the Center for Food Safety and the Coalition for Sustainable Organics.

How Big Business on a Small Farm Is Done

How Big Business on a Small Farm Is Done

By Carol Miller|October 6, 2021

Park Ridge Organics’ Robyn Calvey supports herself and three full-time staff on less than 10 acres. Here’s how she does it.

Organic Beekeeping: A Sweet Alternative for Produce Growers

Organic Beekeeping: A Sweet Alternative for Produce Growers

By Thomas Skernivitz|October 2, 2021

Certification may be impractical, but this buzzworthy endeavor looks to be viable.

3 Tips to Boost Your Farm’s Conservation Efforts

3 Tips to Boost Your Farm’s Conservation Efforts

By Johnny Eppich|August 11, 2021

The Natural Resources Conservation Service links you to funding sources and matches you to free counselors.

Are More Organic Labels Needed?

Are More Organic Labels Needed?

By Carol Miller|June 16, 2021

New certification programs arose to fill the gaps left by national organic standards.

How Organic Production Can Be a Balancing Act for Vegetable Growers

How Organic Production Can Be a Balancing Act for Vegetable Growers

By Carol Miller|June 2, 2021

See why growers like Paul Harlow strive to meld the spirit and the letter of the certification rules.

Key Steps in Creating an Organic Systems Plan for Specialty Crops

Key Steps in Creating an Organic Systems Plan for Specialty Crops

By Frank Giles|May 11, 2020

These tips will help you chart your course toward certification.

Wholesum Harvest’s Take on USDA’s Organic Hydroponic Ruling

Wholesum Harvest’s Take on USDA’s Organic Hydroponic Ruling

By Lee Allen|May 16, 2018

USDA’s ruling that hydroponic produce is eligible for organic labeling roiled the industry. One of the largest hydroponic growers in the U.S., however, is largely unfazed.

USDA Announces $11.9M In Assistance For Organic Certification

USDA Announces $11.9M In Assistance For Organic Certification

Posted by Christina Herrick|May 14, 2015

Following on the heels of the USDA’s announcement of record growth in the organic sector, the USDA’s Agriculture […]

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